Pratt & Whitney

Pratt & Whitney GTF Engines to power JetSMART 85 A320neo Family Aircraft

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  Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp. (UTX), announced that JetSMART has selected the Pratt & Whitney GTF engine to power 85 firm order Airbus A320neo family aircraft. Pratt & Whitney will also provide JetSMART with GTF engine maintenance through a 12-year EngineWise Comprehensive service agreement. The first aircraft is expected to be delivered in the third quarter of 2019.   "The GTF-powered A320neo family aircraft will be a great addition to … [Read more...] about Pratt & Whitney GTF Engines to power JetSMART 85 A320neo Family Aircraft

Pratt & Whitney GTF engine fuel savings exceed $270M

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  Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp. (UTX), estimates that its Pratt & Whitney GTF engine customers collectively have saved more than 150 million gallons of fuel valued at $270 million USD, while avoiding 1.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions since the engine entered service in 2016. The GTF engine program continues to attract new orders and is ramping up production deliveries, all while supporting a growing in-service fleet.       Over the past year, the … [Read more...] about Pratt & Whitney GTF engine fuel savings exceed $270M

Pratt & Whitney enhances repair service offerings in Asia

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Pratt & Whitney Turbine Overhaul Services, a Singapore-based aircraft engine airfoil components repair specialist, has boosted its operations with an automated inspection system, laser cladding technology and improved Electron Beam Physical Vapor Deposition capabilities. Pratt & Whitney Turbine Overhaul Services is a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and Singapore Technologies Aerospace.     “Pratt & Whitney has been at the forefront of the industry. We … [Read more...] about Pratt & Whitney enhances repair service offerings in Asia

Antonov gears up for global expansion

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Antonov Airlines will establish a presence in USA and Hong Kong as part of ongoing expansion plans. The Kyiv, Ukraine-headquartered carrier recently established a new office at London Stansted Airport in the UK, and has appointed a General Sales Agent in Japan and Australia.   “We are excited to be growing our presence globally in some of the world’s most dynamic economies,” said Oleg Orlov, Vice President, Antonov Company.   “Ukraine has developed excellent links with the … [Read more...] about Antonov gears up for global expansion

P&W’s geared turbofan cited as an Aviation Climate Solution

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Pratt & Whitney's PurePower Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine was cited as an Aviation Climate Solution by the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG) at the Global Sustainable Aviation Summit in Geneva, Switzerland. Five airframers have chosen the GTF engine to power their new aircraft or re-engine existing models. The GTF's engine technology reduces commercial aircraft fuel burn and carbon dioxide emissions by more than 16 per cent, reduces regulated emissions by more than 50 per cent and will … [Read more...] about P&W’s geared turbofan cited as an Aviation Climate Solution

P&W's geared turbofan cited as an Aviation Climate Solution

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Pratt & Whitney's PurePower Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine was cited as an Aviation Climate Solution by the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG) at the Global Sustainable Aviation Summit in Geneva, Switzerland. Five airframers have chosen the GTF engine to power their new aircraft or re-engine existing models. The GTF's engine technology reduces commercial aircraft fuel burn and carbon dioxide emissions by more than 16 per cent, reduces regulated emissions by more than 50 per cent and will reduce … [Read more...] about P&W's geared turbofan cited as an Aviation Climate Solution